Healing Melodies: Top 100 Songs to Listen to When You Lose Someone Close
Losing someone close to you is one of life's most profound and challenging experiences. During these difficult times, music can provide solace, comfort, and a way to express the complex emotions that accompany grief. This article compiles a list of the top 100 songs to listen to when you lose someone close, offering a diverse range of music that reflects the various stages of grief and the journey toward healing.
1. "Tears in Heaven" by Eric Clapton
2. "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen
3. "My Immortal" by Evanescence
4. "See You Again" by Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth
5. "I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston
6. "The Rose" by Bette Midler
7. "Wish You Were Here" by Pink Floyd
8. "Angels" by Robbie Williams
9. "Fire and Rain" by James Taylor
10. "Wind Beneath My Wings" by Bette Midler
Healing and Acceptance:
11. "One Sweet Day" by Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men
12. "Over the Rainbow" by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
13. "Fix You" by Coldplay
14. "Supermarket Flowers" by Ed Sheeran
15. "Gone Too Soon" by Michael Jackson
16. "With or Without You" by U2
17. "Knocking on Heaven's Door" by Bob Dylan
18. "Empty Chairs at Empty Tables" from Les Misérables
19. "Goodbye My Lover" by James Blunt
20. "Yesterday" by The Beatles
Expressing Pain and Loss:
21. "I'm Not Okay (I Promise)" by My Chemical Romance
22. "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Sinead O'Connor
23. "Everybody Hurts" by R.E.M.
24. "Hurt" by Johnny Cash
25. "Wake Me Up When September Ends" by Green Day
26. "Tears of Heaven" by Steve Vai
27. "My Heart Will Go On" by Celine Dion
28. "The Show Must Go On" by Queen
29. "The Sound of Silence" by Simon & Garfunkel
30. "Dust in the Wind" by Kansas
Finding Strength and Hope:
31. "Lean On Me" by Bill Withers
32. "Bridge Over Troubled Water" by Simon & Garfunkel
33. "I'll Be There for You" by The Rembrandts
34. "I Won't Back Down" by Tom Petty
35. "Stand by Me" by Ben E. King
36. "You Raise Me Up" by Josh Groban
37. "Stronger" by Kanye West
38. "Unbreakable" by Alicia Keys
39. "Rise Up" by Andra Day
40. "Better Days" by Goo Goo Dolls
Reflection and Remembrance:
41. "Imagine" by John Lennon
42. "Tears of a Clown" by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles
43. "In My Life" by The Beatles
44. "Time After Time" by Cyndi Lauper
45. "What's Up" by 4 Non Blondes
46. "I Hope You Dance" by Lee Ann Womack
47. "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" by Judy Garland
48. "Fly" by Celine Dion
49. "In the Arms of an Angel" by Sarah McLachlan
50. "Black" by Pearl Jam
Honoring Memories:
51. "Photograph" by Ed Sheeran
52. "If I Die Young" by The Band Perry
53. "I See You" by Luke Bryan
54. "Dance With My Father" by Luther Vandross
55. "Who You'd Be Today" by Kenny Chesney
56. "Foolish Games" by Jewel
57. "I Can Only Imagine" by MercyMe
58. "Tears of a Clown" by Iron Maiden
59. "Verge" by Owl City ft. Aloe Blacc
60. "Hero" by Mariah Carey
Acceptance and Moving Forward:
61. "Here Comes the Sun" by The Beatles
62. "I'm Still Standing" by Elton John
63. "I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor
64. "Roar" by Katy Perry
65. "Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" by Kelly Clarkson
66. "Fight Song" by Rachel Platten
67. "Brave" by Sara Bareilles
68. "Count on Me" by Bruno Mars
69. "Shake It Off" by Taylor Swift
70. "Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey
Conclusion:
Music has the power to touch the deepest parts of our souls, providing comfort and Healing during times of grief and loss. This list of the top 100 songs to listen to when you lose someone close encompasses a wide range of emotions, from sorrow and pain to hope and resilience. While no song can completely heal the wounds of loss, music can serve as a source of solace and a reminder that you are not alone in your journey toward healing and acceptance.
